Explore and book Holland America Line 14 Night Europe Cruise on the Oosterdam departing from Barcelona, Spain on Oct 31, 2024 and ending in Barcelona, Spain on Nov 14, 2024 Sail to Alicante, Spain, Cadiz (Seville), Spain, Funchal, Madeira, Portugal, Valencia, Spain, Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida, Malaga, Spain, Barcelona, Spain

Barcelona, Spain

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Visit La Sagrada Família
Experience Park Güell
Relax on La Barceloneta Beach
Explore the Gothic Quarter
Tour the Cathedral of Barcelona
Take a Walk Down Las Ramblas
Discover Delicious Treats at La Boqueria
Tour One of the Largest Museums Dedicated to Picasso
See the Basilica of Santa Maria del Mar
Stop by Casa Batlló
Enjoy a Game at a Famous Soccer Stadium
Climb Mount Tibidabo
Get Lost in Parc del Laberint d’Horta
Enjoy a Performance at Palau de la Musica Catalana
Have Fun Shopping at Mercat de Santa Caterina

Valencia, Spain

On Spain's eastern shores lies Valencia, a city where innovation meets tradition. Renowned for its City of Arts and Sciences, Valencia is also the birthplace of paella. Meander through its ancient lanes, explore futuristic structures, and indulge in Mediterranean flavors during your sojourn.

Alicante, Spain

Chef's Market Discoveries - Alicante's Regional Delicacies and Private Dinner
Alicante Tapas Tour
Alicante Segway
Medieval Alicante
Panoramic Alicante and Elche
Novelda and Wine Tasting
Guadalest
Benidorm On Your Own

Malaga, Spain

Nestled on Spain's Costa del Sol, Malaga is a blend of Moorish history, sunny beaches, and birthplace of Picasso. Explore the Alcazaba fortress or indulge in Mediterranean cuisines by the coast.

Cadiz (Seville), Spain

Private Vehicle with Guide - Half Day
Private Journey: Cadiz Walking Tour with Bell Tower Visit
Chef's Market Discoveries 
Legendary Seville - Small Group
Legendary Seville
Jerez & Horse Show
Jerez and School of Equestrian Arts
Cadiz, Jerez & Tradicion Cellars 
Cadiz and Flamenco
Kayaking at Caleta Beach

Funchal (madeira), Portugal Visa Req For Some

Funchal, Madeira, Portugal

The capital of Portugal's Madeira archipelago, Funchal boasts a pleasant climate, terraced gardens, and historic charm. Its botanical gardens, cable car rides, and local Madeira wine tasting make it a unique European stop.

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Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

Known as the "Venice of America" due to its expansive canal system, Fort Lauderdale is a major U.S. cruise port. With its golden beaches, artsy districts, and proximity to the Everglades, it's both a starting point for many Caribbean journeys and a destination in its own right.

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Oosterdam, a Vista-class ship, recently emerged from dry dock with exciting updates—including completely refreshed suites and new lounge, dining and entertainment venues, such as Music Walk™, with Lincoln Center Stage, B.B. King’s Blues Club and Billboard Onboard. Guests can choose from among delectable specialty restaurants, hone culinary skills with EXC Port to Table and thrill to BBC Earth Experiences.

Your Holland America Line ship’s Casino offers a wide array of gaming options. Whether you prefer slot machines or want to try your hand at blackjack or poker, our dealers and staff are available to provide complimentary instruction — and we offer many engaging tournament options. The Casino is only open at sea.

Casino Action

Unleash your competitive spirit at High Score!, our new family game room — on Oosterdam. By day, it’s a secret hideaway for kids and teens, where they can engage in a fast-paced flurry of four-person air hockey or contend for bragging rights in the video arcade. At night, the entire family is welcome to bond over board games, skee-ball, a tilting labyrinth and family activities.

High Score!

Explorations Central™ (EXC®), Holland America Line’s exclusive destination programming, is designed to deepen your understanding of the places you visit. Its indispensable travel resources and opportunities to engage with experts and local insiders, make exploring each port of call more vivid and meaningful. Enjoy the programs listed below and visit our Explorations Central discovery center on board. *

Explorations Central

Enjoy a wide variety of duty-free shopping in such signature shops as The Vault, Diamonds and Gemstones by Merabella, which offers the best diamonds at sea, brought to you by Effy.

Onboard Shopping

Holland America Line offers you a wide selection of lounges onboard. The panoramic view takes center stage in The Crow's Nest at the top of the ship, where you can relax just about any time of day and enjoy your favorite drink.

Crow's Nest

Direct from Beale Street, B.B. King's All Stars bring the best of Memphis music to sea. From funky and fast to soulful and smooth, enjoy dancing and try specialty cocktails like the Lucille and Rock Me Baby.

B.B. Kings Blues Club

The Explorer’s Lounge is an elegant and refined space to enjoy a glass of wine, a cocktail, or your favorite liqueur.

Explorer's Lounge

Enjoy live music in this popular bar perfect for pre-dinner cocktails.

Ocean Bar

This sophisticated venue is adorned with an eclectic and whimsical mix of artwork including portraits, landscapes, still life and abstract pieces. Order your favorite cocktail or try one from our signature cocktail menu created in partnership with our Master Mixologist Dale DeGroff, a James Beard “Who’s Who” inductee.

Gallery Bar

Dive-In offers a variety of casual culinary classics, using the highest quality ingredients. Enjoy a burger, grilled to perfection and served on a toasted brioche with our own trade-marked secret sauce. Savor a succulent Nathan’s Famous gourmet hot dog with golden French fries. Or choose a grilled chicken breast sandwich or juicy portabella mushroom stack. Dive-In is the perfect spot to dine poolside on the best burgers at sea.

Dive-In

Explore a world of intriguing culinary possibilities in the Lido Market. Steps from the Lido pool, this modern marketplace includes a curated selection of delicious options that you can grab on the go or have made to order: Breadboard, with freshly baked breads and pastries; Wild Harvest, offering a bountiful selection of hearty salads; Homestead, serving up comfort classics; Distant Lands, featuring global cuisine; Sweet Spot, for ice cream creations and desserts; Roasting Pan, hand-carved meats, fish and other hearty entrees; Perk, freshly brewed beverages and chilled juices; Quench, premium coffee, beer, wine, and soda available for purchase; Rise, savory quiches, croissants and sandwiches, and more.

Lido Market

For an elegant breakfast, leisurely lunch or unforgettable multi-course dinner, The Dining Room is your destination. Behind the scenes, our Culinary Council,® an elite team of seven world-renowned chefs, and our talented onboard executive chefs have worked to bring each dish to perfection. For dinner, choose from classics such as Boneless Lamb Loin en Croute, Rosemary Roasted Chicken, as well as regionally inspired cuisine and artfully prepared vegetarian dishes. Enrich your journey with an extensive selection of wines, carefully selected by our Wine Curator, world-renowned wine critic James Suckling.

The Dining Room

Pinnacle Grill is the ultimate steakhouse at sea, where an exceptional menu and impeccable service make for one of finest meals you’ll ever have. The refined menu features a selection of 28-day wet-aged USDA Prime steaks — meticulously chosen to guarantee the finest quality — as well as classic steakhouse dishes and innovative recipes from James Beard Award-winning chef and Culinary Council® member, David Burke. Every dish is exquisitely prepared, beautifully plated and complemented by a vast collection of award-winning wines. Here, your meal is an event unto itself, a celebration of fine dining and a triumph of flavor.

Pinaccle Grill

At Explorations Café, relax in a comfortable, coffee house environment where you can browse through one of the most extensive libraries at sea, view a wide array of audio and video programming, or simply read the morning paper. Guests can also enjoy fresh pastries and their favorite espresso drink.

Explorations Cafe

In Italy, there’s nothing more important than coming together to celebrate the joy of great food. This is the inspiration for our onboard Italian restaurant, Canaletto. Enjoy amazing Italian classics like braised chicken cacciatore al forno, branzino ai ferri or garlic shrimp ravioli. And for dessert: tiramisù, cannoli alla Siciliana, gelato, and more. Including pasta made fresh daily. Buon Appetito!

Canaletto

We have partnered with BBC Earth to bring you unforgettable new ways to experience the world's natural wonders. Through the innovative and breathtaking programming, guests will be taken closer to the ocean and the natural world through groundbreaking concerts and films.

BBC Earth in Concert

In an exclusive partnership with the world’s leading center for the performing arts, we proudly present Lincoln Center Stage, showcasing outstanding musicians performing multiple programs of chamber music most evenings, as well as afternoon recitals during leisurely days at sea.

Lincoln Center Stage

B.B. King's Blues Club

2 pianos - 60 Years of Chart Toppers - 100s Of Songs.  Sing along, test your music trivia skills or just sit back and enjoy as the hits fill the room each night.

Billboard on Board

Watch music shows and other entertainment like you never have before at World Stage. Koningsdam, Nieuw Statendam and Rotterdam bring the World Stage experience to the next level with a two-story, 270-degree wraparound LED screen. A perfect panorama of sight and sound.

World Stage

Holland America Line's youth activities program, Club HAL, offers an array of entertaining events for kids and teens ages 3-17, supervised by a full-time, professionally trained staff. They'll have an opportunity to join other kids their age for arts and crafts, sports, video game competitions, scavenger hunts, challenging team games and themed parties.

Club Hal

From ice-cream eating contests to gaming tournaments and theme parties, tweens will have plenty to enjoy.

Tweens Programs (Ages 7-12)

Highlights for kids ages 3 to 6 include “Painting Picassos,” and “Sing-Along Storytime,” as well as theme parties, such as “Dino-Mite Night” and “Ships Ahoy Pirate Treasure Hunt Adventure.”

Kids Programs (Ages 3-6)

Teen cruisers enjoy mocktail parties, karaoke and trivia contests, jewelry making, video games, staff vs. teens volleyball tournaments, themed events and more.

Teens Programs (Ages 13-17)

Children with special needs are invited to attend Club HAL activities based on their chronological age; our staff is trained to work with special needs children. Please let us know when booking your reservation.

Special Needs

Club HAL activities are available from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on port days. Lunch is available for participants between the hours of 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Children must be registered and signed into and out of programming by a parent or guardian.

Port Day Activities

Refresh, Relax and Rejuvenate. During a leisurely day at sea, few places help you refresh, relax and rejuvenate like the Greenhouse Spa & Salon®. This heavenly retreat nurtures every aspect of your well-being with renowned spa rituals and healing touches. In the spa, pamper your skin with facial treatments featuring premium, naturally sourced ingredients. Nurture your body, too, with massage treatments employing time-honored, hands-on massage techniques gleaned from around the world.

Greenhouse Spa & Salon

Stop by the professionally staffed Fitness Center equipped with the latest cardio and weight machines. Try one of our classes on indoor cycling, Pilates and more or work out at your own pace. You can also head out for fresh air and exercise on deck, where you'll find basketball and volleyball courts, and two refreshing pools (available on select ships). Some classes may have a nominal fee.

Fitness

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Watch for the Paseo de la Explanada de España -- a mosaic marble avenue reminiscent of sea waves -- and Luceros Square, where an impressive fountain dominates with series of horse sculptures.

You will cross the center of town en route to the Castle of Santa Barbara, an aging fortress built during the 16th century. Visit the best-preserved areas such as the Main Tower (Torre del Homenaje) and the Englishmen's bastions.

All about the archaeological aspect of Alicante, this tour begins with a panoramic drive to the MARQ Museum. Here, an expert curator guide leads you through the collections. The MARQ is an archaeology museum dedicated to displaying its collection in classified and catalogued order. It is also a brilliant introduction to the various methods and techniques of preservation and restoration in the field of archaeology. These are explained in three galleries -- Field Archaeology, Urban Archaeology and Underwater Archaeology. Dioramas, audio-visual presentations and interactive exhibits provide visitors with a detailed insight into how archaeologists unveil the past. The information is displayed in an attractive and didactic way.

The town of Elche with its palm tree forest boasts the highest concentration of palms in all of Europe. They number between 200,000 and 300,000, and the singular beauty of the Palmeral of Elche has earned the distinction of being named a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Botanists believe that the Phoenicians planted this palm forest and that date palms have flourished in Elche for more than 2,000 years. The municipal park will introduce you to the world of palms and the flora of the area. Admire the abundant variety of Mediterranean species.

Cross the center of town to visit the Castle of Santa Barbara, standing on Mt Benacantil -- a rocky mass bordering the seashore. Inside the castle, admire some interesting Iberian archeological findings and visit the best-preserved areas such as the Main Tower (Torre del Homenaje) and the Englishmen's bastions.

Enjoy a get-acquainted tour that introduces the highlights of Barcelona. Your guide will point out many landmarks. At the 13th-century Cathedral of the Holy Cross & Saint Eulalia, located in the Gothic Quarter, you'll step inside to admire the interior.

This bike ride offers a different way to discover Barcelona's squares, monuments, beaches and people, in a city that has more than 60 miles of bicycle lanes and an extensive pedestrian-only Old Town

Head to the famous promenade of La Rambla to visit the La Boqueria and Santa Caterina markets. The original Boqueria building plan dates back to 1217, when the main selling activity was a street market for meat, vegetables and fruits. You can still see the original building, with its metal roof, built by Mas Vilà in the city's popular Modernist style. Today's structure was officially inaugurated in 1853.

Visitors to Barcelona discover a city of charming streetscapes, sidewalk cafés and squares bustling with people. It is full of life. This amazing city also features the world's largest collection of Modernist architecture among its many buildings and churches.

An exciting performance of Spanish Flamenco dance showcases an artform that originated in Andalusia and is comprised of three elements -- the song (el cante), the dance (el baile) and the guitar (el toque). Among the gypsies of Andalusia it was used as an expression of poverty, oppression and personal grief. Over time, Flamenco has also become a means of expressing happiness as it incorporates elements of Spanish music in lighter forms (alegrias, bulerias, fandangos).

Barcelona's modernist architecture, conceived and executed by architect Antonio Gaudí, has ensured Barcelona's place in the world today, on the map, and heading in the future. This tour offers an insight view to the modernism as its best.

Ride by coach to the Montserrat Mountain Ridge, six miles long, three miles wide and 4,050 feet tall. The irregular peaks of Catalonia's most famous mountain are visible from miles around. Montserrat is a cultural, religious and natural landmark. Legend says that shepherds found a statue of a black Virgin Mary on Montserrat. When they tried to move her, the cart got stuck, which they took as a sign to she should stay on the mountain. So this peculiar mountain range is now the site of the monastery where people come to worship La Moreneta -- the black Madonna who is the patron-virgin of Catalonia.

Tejeda and Almijara jointly constitute an impressive mountain range -- a geographical barrier between the provinces of Malaga and Granada. Tejeda forms the backbone of the region known as Axarquía (the East) and is a bastion of Mudéjar Arab culture; Almijara derives its name from the Arabic word for colander, possibly referring to the speed with which rainwater drains from its lofty heights.

Travel 1¼ hours by coach to reach the Caminito del Rey -- a trail that crosses the beautiful Gaitanes Ravine and was once called 'one of the world's scariest hiking routes'. Those who historically had the courage to do it anyway were rewarded with amazing views over astonishing landscapes. Originally a supply path for the construction of the railway and a hydroelectric power station, the path, more than 100 years old, fell into disrepair over the course of decades. The path is named after King Alfonso XIII, who walked part of the way to mark the inauguration of the hydroelectric power plant and the reservoir. Now, a comprehensive rebuild has placed it firmly on the map and on many a bucket list. It is now manageable for many people and its bridges, paths and small tunnels comply with more modern codes. About two thirds of the trail is through the valley, with gorges at both ends.

The Albaycin is a truly attractive part of Granada that is often overlooked by visitors. This quarter is one of the oldest settlements in Andalusia and is home to the very famous Alhambra and to the Realejo Jewish neighborhood. It is the flat part of an otherwise hilly city, and was once protected by a city wall.

A one-hour drive brings you to Nerja. Listen to a safety briefing; then, hop into your kayak and follow your guide to the Maro-Cerro Gordo Cliffs, where seabirds make their vertical homes on the steep cliffsides. As you paddle, you will see small caves, waterfalls, and nooks and crannies that can only be appreciated from a small craft. The kayaking takes around two hours and includes a stop for snorkel and swimming. Snorkel gear is provided so that, if you wish, you can enjoy the cooling waters of the Mediterranean. Your guide will provide basic snorkel instruction. If snorkeling isn't your thing, feel free to just swim and bask in the sunshine.

A motor coach drive brings you directly to the picturesque village of Mijas, also known as 'the white town.' Mijas is a typical Spanish village with a strong Andalusian flavor, and offers incredible views over the coastline. All the houses in Mijas are painted white, in the classic tradition of southern Spain. The layout of the streets was planned hundreds of years ago to protect the houses and their inhabitants from the strong winds typical of the area.

Discover Málaga's rich archaeological remains and fascinating monuments on this panoramic drive past its marvelous landmarks. Ancient history is alive and well in this busy center of the Costa del Sol, and civilizations old and older have left remnants for you to admire and ponder.

Only twenty thousand people inhabit the small Gothic city of Requena, located 30 miles inland from Valencia at 2,300 feet above the sea level. The economy of this region is based on Cava sparkling and still wines. In the town, you'll see San Salvador Church, the castle's Tower of Homage, and the perfectly preserved cellars.

Complement your visit to Valencia with a trip to the Lladró City of Porcelain. Having only recently opened its doors to visitors, Lladró now lets you explore behind the scenes of its incredible creations.

Enter the underground realm in a boat that drifts along calm waters. Inside the cavern you will contemplate the capricious formations of the rocks that the water has molded during thousands of years, and stalactites and stalagmites that have grown at the rate of an inch a century. Listen to the sound of silence in a place where it is possible to discern the murmur of the water and to hear the echo of a drop of water falling into an underground lagoon, discover a beautiful landscape that the nature keeps hidden from the light. The boat will take you through the Bat Cave, the Dog Kennel and Diana's Lake -- a relaxing experience.

Drive along the Avenida Baleares, past the bullring and central station to take in the main landmarks of Valencia. At the Square Central Market, commence your walking tour to admire the Gothic-style buildings that house the Silk Exchange exhibition pavilion.

Leaving the port, take a panoramic drive through Valencia -- Spain's third most important city. Valencia is known as the Flower City because of its vast number of parks and landscaped areas. Your guide will point out the main monuments on the way to the bike center, where you will pick up your bike and start your cycle tour.

Travel by coach to the heart of Cadiz, and en route keep an eye out for the Mudejar-style tobacco factory, built in 1741, which now serves as the Congress building.

Take the old road to Jerez de la Frontera, whose climate makes possible cultivation of the different types of grapes that produce the three main sherry varieties.

Take the old road to Jerez de la Frontera, whose climate makes possible cultivation of the different types of grapes that produce the three main sherry varieties. A panoramic drive brings you to a local cellar for a wine tasting session.

A Dutch-speaking guide leads this tour (or a guide with a Dutch interpreter). A limited number of Dutch guides and interpreters are available in this port; book early to avoid disappointment. This is not a bilingual tour; please see Panoramic Cadiz & Jerez with Sherry Tasting for the same tour guided in English.

As you head out on your tour, watch for the Mudejar-style tobacco factory, built in 1741, which now serves as the Congress building. Your guide will also point out Santo Domingo Church, the old Royal Prison in Andalusian neo-Classical style and the Roman theatre. Pass the ancient Phoenician port of La Caleta, and the castle walls that once protected the town.

Discover the beautiful coastline of Sancti Petri, approximately 20 minutes from the port of Cadiz.

Head to the fishing village of Câmara de Lobos, made famous by none other than Winston Churchill, who painted and relaxed in this picturesque setting.

Departing the port by motorcoach, you'll travel you along the seafront avenue to the Funchal Farmers' Market. Enjoy the sounds and scents of this market with its enormous variety of fruit, vegetables and flowers.

Enjoy a brief adventure with a wicker sleigh ride down to Livramento. This form of transportation is a step back into the past and is a rather thrilling ride is quite unique to Madeira.

Begin with a drive along the island's west coast to Cabo Girão -- the tallest sea cliff in Europe and the second tallest in the world at 1,902 feet. There are stunning views out over Funchal and to the distant horizon. Look for the inhospitable terraces that hug the side of the cliff and are farmed even today, although the laws of gravity would suggest otherwise.

A great panoramic overview of Madeira and fantastic views over the Bay of Funchal makes this tour an ideal start to the day.

Head inland from Funchal to the viewpoint on Eira do Serrado for an amazing panorama over the island. Sample a taste of Ginja -- a liqueur traditional to this region -- with a slice of homemade cake.

Chef Jean-Pierre Brehier is a Fort Lauderdale legend and a frequent guest on the Today show. He hosted Fearless Entertaining with Jean-Pierre and Sunshine Cuisine on PBS and is the author of two best-selling cookbooks.

The Florida Everglades is an expanse of swampland known for natural beauty and abundant wildlife. Your tour includes a half-hour airboat ride into this vast wilderness. Birds, fish and other animals inhabit this curious corner of the country.

Experience the highlights of Fort Lauderdale, including the Arts & Sciences District, the Riverwalk, and Las Olas Boulevard, with its boutiques, cafés, and galleries.

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